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flag Nearly 90% of Victorian apartment buildings fail fire safety standards, study reveals.

flag Nearly 90% of Victorian apartment buildings fail to meet fire safety standards, according to a study by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors. flag Buildings increasingly rely on complex systems like sprinklers and alarms, which are costly and require specialized maintenance often beyond the capabilities of building owners. flag A survey of 34 councils found only 13% of buildings complied with fire safety standards, highlighting a need for stricter regulations and better maintenance practices.

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